2005 Ducati 749 Dark

2005 Ducati 749 Dark pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Sport
MSRP
$11,995
Dealers
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport
Manufacturer Country
Italy
Introduction Year
2005
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Ducati
Display Name
749 Dark
Year
2005
Make
Ducati
Engine Brand Name
Testastretta
Engine Type
Longitudinal Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
108 / 79.5
Horsepower RPM
10000
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
59 / 80
Torque RPM
8500
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
90 / 3.55
Stroke (mm/in)
58.8 / 2.32
Displacement (cc/ci)
748 / 45.6
Compression Ratio
11.7:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Premium
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Marelli
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
54
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Gear
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)
2.47 / 1.76 / 1.4 / 1.18 / 1.04 / 0.96
Reverse
No
Final Drive Ratio
2.79
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
5.5
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
55
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
180/55 ZR17
Brake Brand Name
Brembo(R)
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
9.5 / 240
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.9 / 125
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Suspension Brand Name
Showa(R)
Steering Damper
Yes
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5 / 128
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Brand Name
Sachs
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.88
Width (in/mm)
28.8 / 730
Height (in/mm)
42.9 / 1090
Wheelbase (in/mm)
55.9 / 1420
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
4.9 / 125
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
10.5
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
417 / 189
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.1 / 15.5
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
0.8 / 3
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.79
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
30.7 / 780
Number Of Seats
2
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Seat Tail Cover
Standard
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
Yes
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
Yes
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Lap Timer
Standard
Shift Light
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Months)
24
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Metallic
No
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
User Reviews
2 reviews
  • Wishj I never bought it
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 27, 2010

    At 2800 miles the starter clutch is fried and the subframe cracked and I ride with no passengers. Replaced the clutch plates at 1800 miles. Stalls when pulling in the clutch coming to stops. Constant hard starts. This bike was not cheap and now is falling apart and a constant headache. I would suggest ...

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  • Best of Italy's bike exotica for the money!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 01, 2010

    Super light and nimble, with enough power to take you through the twisties in style and making you look like you like a pro. Great at the race track and very civilized for street riding.

    Heat from pipes will cook your buns if ridden for a while in hot weather. other than that, great ...

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